Shipping & Logistics Manager
Job Description
The Shipping & Logistics Manager will lead all daily shipping, receiving, and logistics operations for our facility. This role begins with managing a small team (1–2 people) and will grow as the business expands. The ideal candidate is hands-on, highly organized, and comfortable balancing operational execution with team leadership and cross-department coordination.
Key Responsibilities
Shipping & Receiving Operations
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Build, train, and manage a small Shipping & Receiving team responsible for daily outbound and inbound activities.
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Pull orders from finished-goods inventory, verify accuracy, wrap and label pallets/cartons, and load outbound trucks.
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Receive inbound materials, unload trucks, verify receiving documentation, and place materials in proper storage locations.
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
Logistics & Transportation
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Quote and book transportation for all inbound and outbound shipments, including small parcel, LTL, TL, LCL, and CL.
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Coordinate with freight forwarders to schedule shipments and prepare required import/export documentation.
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Monitor shipment status, resolve issues, and ensure on-time delivery.
Cross-Functional Coordination
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Communicate product and timing requirements with Manufacturing and Packaging to ensure orders are fulfilled on schedule.
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Work closely with Order Processing and Customer Service to ensure orders ship accurately, on time, and in full.
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Learn the production process to serve as a backup to the Operations Manager when needed.
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Work with company executives on special projects or tasks
E-Commerce Fulfillment
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Support small-scale e-commerce order fulfillment, with the expectation that this area will grow over time.
Preferred Skills & Experience
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Shipping, receiving, or transportation experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment required.
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Familiarity with UPS and FedEx shipping platforms; experience working with freight brokers is a plus.
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Experience with EDI and ERP systems is preferred.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
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Ability to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
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Forklift operation experience is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
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Pay Rate: $24/hr-$30/hr (based on experience).
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Paid Time Off:
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2 weeks PTO per year, accrued at 3.08 hours per pay period (bi-weekly).
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3 weeks PTO per year after 5 years of service.
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Paid Holidays:
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New Year’s Day
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Memorial Day
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July 4th
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Labor Day
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Thanksgiving Day
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Day After Thanksgiving
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Christmas Day
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Additional Notes
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Standard work expectation is approximately 40 hours per week with overtime available at times.
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Work hours 7:30am-4:00pm (M–F):
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